Author: Justin M. Larson

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has urged doctors in England to “vote no” in a ballot on industrial action which gets under way on Tuesday.In a BBC interview, he urged resident doctors, the new name for junior doctors, to “work with the government” and warned strikes risked hampering the progress being made in the NHS.He said it was in no-one’s interests for strikes to take place.Last week it was announced resident doctors would be getting a 5.4% average pay rise this year – more than other doctors, nurses and teachers.But resident doctors, who took part in 11 strikes in 2023 and…

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A 19-year-old Syrian refugee in Germany has been hailed as a hero after he pinned down an assailant at Hamburg’s main railway station, helping to halt an attack in which 18 people were injured.Police on Friday said a 39-year-old German woman had been arrested at the scene of the attack and that she was believed to be in a state of psychological distress. The 18 people injured were later reported to all be in stable condition, while the woman was placed in psychiatric care.As the city reeled from the incident, the spotlight landed on Muhammad Al Muhammad, who had been…

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Since the launch of Google’s first in-house smartphone chip, the company has relied on Samsung Foundry for chip fabrication. The South Korean firm made four generations of Tensor chips for Google. However, it looks like Samsung will be out of Google’s equation for at least the next five years, starting this year. TSMC might make Tensor chips for Google for five years According to a report from DigiTimes, Google has picked TSMC to make Tensor chips for the next three to five years, at least until the launch of the Pixel 14 series. The first Tensor chip fabricated by the…

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NEW DELHI: Emotions ran high at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Monday as Punjab Kings co-owner and Bollywood actress Preity Zinta stole the spotlight with an ecstatic celebration following skipper Shreyas Iyer’s match-winning six against Mumbai Indians.In the penultimate over of the run chase, Iyer sealed the game — and a top-two finish — by launching Trent Boult’s delivery over long-on. As the ball crossed the boundary rope, Zinta sprang from her seat, fists clenched, jumping in pure joy while shouting what appeared to be, “Yes! Yes!” Her passionate outburst instantly went viral on social media.Go Beyond The Boundary with…

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Privacy swaps you should make when dealing with guests, strangersSharing your phone number, address or computer can be risky. Try these simple ways to protect your personal info.Global financial markets rallied after U.S. President Donald Trump delayed a new round of tariffs until July 9.The euro gained against the dollar, and the gold price declined as demand for safe havens eased.U.S. markets are closed for the Memorial Day holiday, but the STOXX Europe 600 index was 1% higher Monday morning.Earlier coverage: Trump threatens 50% tariff on European Union goods; live updatesEuropean Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen called Trump to…

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Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureJames WallaceSo, England complete a 3-0 sweep over West Indies which will no doubt give them confidence heading into the three match ODI series that gets under way in Derby on 30 May.That’s it from me, thanks for your company and comments. Good night!ShareUpdated at 13.55 EDTEngland captain Nat Sciver-Brunt speaks: We’ve played some brilliant cricket over this T20 series. We didn’t have the perfect game today but we set the standards very high in the first two games of the series. With the way we started our innings, to…

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Google AI mode and AI Overviews now have ads, which, according to the search engine giant, are “helpful.” At the Google Marketing Live event last week, Google confirmed it has started rolling out ads to AI mode and AI Overviews in the US, which create new “opportunities for customers.” While I haven’t seen ads in AI Overviews, some users spotted them last week, and these ads appear below the AI Overviews, followed by the traditional blue links. Ads in Google AI overviews (Desktop) In a support document spotted by SER, Google described ads in AI search results as a new…

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BHUBANESWAR: Odisha govt has decided to secure trademark rights for several words and phrases associated with Jagannath Temple in Puri.The decision comes in the wake of a recent controversy over the naming of a newly built temple in Bengal’s Digha as ‘Jagannath dham’. Odisha objected to the use of the word ‘dham’, arguing that ‘Jagannath dham’ refers exclusively to the Puri shrine – one of India’s four sacred ‘dhams’ – and its use elsewhere diluted its religious and cultural significance.”The terms sought to be shielded include ‘Jagannath dham’, ‘shree mandira’, ‘Purushottam kshetra’, ‘neelachal dham’, ‘bada danda’, ‘mahaprasad’ and ‘neela chakra’,”…

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A great financial advisor is worth their weight in gold. However, not every financial advisor specializes in retirement-related issues, and that’s where retirement advisors come in. A retirement advisor is a financial professional who can help you plan for and manage your retirement. Whether you’re late to retirement planning or want another set of eyes to check out your current plan, there’s no one quite as capable as a great retirement advisor. Here, we cover how you can know you’re working with someone who will put your needs and goals above all else as you plan for retirement. Image source:…

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At the box office, summer has always been the season of spectacle. It’s when studios lay their biggest chips on the table, betting on superheroes, sequels, and sentimental favourites to lure adults and kids alike back into the sanctuaries of the cinema. And this summer, Hollywood isn’t just rolling the dice — it’s going all in. Summer has long been the crown jewel of cinema’s annual calendar. Historically, the 123-day window from May through August generates around 40% of yearly box office revenue. Since the pandemic, however, that figure has dwindled. The 2023 Barbenheimer phenomenon gave the industry a short-term…

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What is it?Brisk walking means walking faster than your normal pace, but not so fast that you can’t talk, but can’t sing either. How to do it:Walk at a pace where your heart beats faster and you breathe a little harder.Swing your arms naturally.Keep your back straight and look ahead.Why it helps:Brisk walking increases your heart rate, which means you burn more calories. It’s great for improving your fitness and losing weight without putting too much strain on your body. Source link

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Many of Apple’s operating systems will be receiving design changes this year, according to the latest word from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. iOS 19 design conceptGurman previously reported that iOS 19, iPadOS 19, and macOS 16 will have new designs, with added translucency for a more glass-like appearance. In his Power On newsletter this week, he said that the design changes will extend to tvOS 19 for the Apple TV and watchOS 12 for the Apple Watch, but he did not provide any specific details. The design changes will apparently be inspired by visionOS for Apple’s Vision Pro headset, and visionOS…

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RAJKOT/VADODARA: PM Modi Monday launched a scathing attack on Pakistani govt and its Army for using terrorism for their vested interests and asked people of the neighbouring country to choose between living in peace and facing India’s bullets.”Pakistan ko atank ki bimari se mukt karne ke liye Pakistan ki avaam ko aage aana hoga, naujavanon ko aage aana hoga. Sukh chain ki zindagi jio aur roti khao, varna meri goli to hai hi (To free Pakistan from terrorism, its people, its youth need to come forward. They can choose to lead a peaceful life; else, my bullet is there against…

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A lot of people look forward to a time when they’re eligible for Social Security. And that’s understandable, because who wouldn’t want the government to send them a check every month for life? But before you get ready to retire and live on Social Security, there’s an important thing you should know about those monthly benefits. It’s important to have realistic expectations A lot of people assume that once their first Social Security check rolls in, they’ll be set, since their benefits will cover their expenses from that point onward. But what a lot of people may fail to realize…

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In today’s world, having a strong military isn’t just about the size of an army– air power is just as important. Speed, quick response, and the ability to control the skies have become key parts of a country’s defence.That’s why many countries are growing and upgrading their air forces to deal with modern-day threats.Now, in 2025, we have a clear list of which countries have the largest air forces in the world. These rankings are based on data compiled through 2024 and released in 2025 by World Population Review. The list ranks countries by the total number of military aircraft…

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There were major upsets for two of the top American seeds at the French Open on Monday, as Taylor Fritz and Emma Navarro crashed out in the first round.Taylor Fritz, the runner up at last year’s US Open, was eliminated 7-5, 3-6, 6-3, 6-1 by world No 66 Daniel Altmaier of Germany. Altmaier broke the No 4 seed’s big serve five times on Court Simonne-Mathieu and ended the Californian’s 15-match grand slam winning streak against players ranked outside the top 50.Fritz’s exit followed another by a top-10 American: No 9 seed Navarro was bounced from the women’s tournament earlier on…

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When is Memorial Day? Memorial Day in the US is on Monday, May 26, and while most of the event’s deals happen during the weekend, major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Target often start listing them earlier.How did I choose these Memorial Day deals? I focused on deals that not only saved you a notable amount of money (especially if it’s on a phone that typically isn’t discounted) but were on devices that I’ve personally tested and recommended. Whether it’s a non-Pro iPhone or a budget Android device, I’ve spent enough time throughout the market to know what’s truly worth investing in.What…

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Calcutta HC has in a recent order sharply criticised a trial court judge for his choice of words in matrimonial disputes, describing these as “patriarchal and condescending to women”. It also rapped the judge for “copy-pasting” the order from his earlier judgments and warned if such instances were repeated, it would impact his service record.On May 22, HC granted divorce to a man on grounds of cruelty, overturning a 2018 order by the additional district judge, first court, at Sealdah. What irked HC was the trial court judge’s order rejecting the husband’s divorce plea and formulating “auspicious principles” for a…

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